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Haunted Paddle Dance Party & Costume Throwdown Calling all the weird, wild, and wonderfully wacky, our most haunting bash of the year is back! Step out of the ordinary and into a night where your playful, spooky, or downright strange side takes center stage. Last year was a scream, so we’re conjuring up the magic once again in our Taproom! Enjoy more space for your ghoulish gang, more chillingly delicious drink specials, and the same hauntingly good vibes you love. The larger-than-afterlife music & DJ lineup: DJ Damascus + The Solicitors Party Details: Date: October 25th, 2025 Location: Bent Paddle Taproom Time: 7 PM – 12 AM Age: 21+ Entry: $10 at the Door Food Partner: Bowlz N Thangz – Bringing ALL the amazing thingz! Costume Contest Throwdown | $1,000+ in Prizes: 1st / 2nd / 3rd Place Costume Categories Individual $200 / $100 / $50 Couples $200 / $100…
Trick-or-Trot at North Country Ride Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: North Country Ride (180 Hatinen Road, Esko, MN 55733) Saddle up for a spook-tacular afternoon of fall fun at Trick-or-Trot, hosted by the Duluth Children’s Museum and North Country Ride! Families are invited to enjoy festive activities, sweet treats, and plenty of Halloween magic in a horse-themed setting. Activities Include: Horses in Costumes Obstacle Course with Hobby Horses Scavenger Hunt with prizes Halloween Carnival Games Costume Parade Face painting Treat giveaways at every station! Snacks & Sips: Fresh cookies Warm apple cider & hot cocoa Admission: $10 per person (General Admission) $7 per person (DCM members & North Country Ride participants) Pre-sale registration available through the Duluth Children’s Museum. Proceeds benefit both North Country Ride and the Duluth Children’s Museum, helping us bring accessible, hands-on experiences to our communities. Freewill donation bins will…
A spooky end to our local racing calendar, the Superior Nightmare 5K brings with it plenty of scary surprises and haunted hijinks. Dress your best for this annual combination of Halloween and running, and be sure to enter our costume contest to decide the day’s best-dressed! All Superior Nightmare 5K adult participants will receive a commemorative full-zip jacket and all youth participants will receive a commemorative hooded sweatshirt, included with the entry fee. The Spider Dash Kids’ Races are FREE and open to all participants ages 14 & under. The kids’ races will start at 11:45 a.m., shortly after the conclusion of the main race. Pricing Structure (Adults) September 1-September 15 — $34.84 September 16-October 14 — $40.19 October 15-Race Day — $45.54 Pricing Structure (Youth – Ages 18 & Under) September 1-Race Day — $13.44
It’s the that time of year folks! We got a Halloween show that will bring the spirits out and make the wolves howl. We’ll also be paying tribute to the Witch Tree or more appropriately known as Manidoo-Giizhigans (Little Cedar Spirit Tree) which holds a special significance to the region and is sacred to the Ojibwe people. Costume Contest! Winner will receive $100 and the painting featured in the poster! $5 entry at the door Doors open at 7 pm | Music starts at 8 pm | Costume contest at around 10 pm Bands: The Leave Alones A Band Called Truman Gnarwals
Giselle is a captivating ballet that weaves together ethereal beauty and haunting emotion. Set in a mystical world where love, betrayal, and the supernatural collide, the story follows a young woman whose tragic fate leads her into a ghostly realm of vengeful spirits. With its stunning choreography and evocative music, Giselle remains one of the most beloved and enduring works in the classical ballet repertoire. The ballet’s haunting atmosphere and emotional depth, complemented by its breathtaking score, offer an unforgettable journey into a realm where beauty and mystery intertwine, leaving audiences spellbound. Performances at 7:00 pm October 24 and 3:00 pm October 25-26, 2025 at UMD’s Marshall Performing Arts Center.